Join Purdue University for the Indiana Life Sciences Manufacturing Summit

The William D. and Sherry L. Young Institute for Advanced Manufacturing of Pharmaceuticals invites you to register for the 2026 Indiana Life Sciences Manufacturing Summit. The summit will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Elanco Headquarters in Indianapolis, 450 Elanco Circle, Indianapolis, IN, 46221.

The Indiana Life Sciences Manufacturing Summit convenes industry, academia, state and local governments, and other related organizations to promote life sciences manufacturing, research, education and business development in Indiana. Now in its fifth year, the summit includes presentations and discussions on topics including trends, challenges and opportunities, how to forge global solutions with regional resources, and the workforce development strategies needed to keep pace with onshoring and emerging technologies. This event is being held in person and online.

 
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Grant Writing Seminar

Join IU LAB, Indiana University Indianapolis, and Regenstrief Institute for an SBIR/STTR Grant Writing Workshop designed for faculty interested in commercializing research products.

  • Learn strategies to craft competitive proposal, navigate federal funding requirements, and leverage resources for innovation and commercialization.
  • Gain expert insights to turn your research into funded projects.

Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your research impact!

Event Details: 

When: February 19th
Time: 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm (lunch provided)
Location: Regenstrief Institute, 1101 W 10th St
Presenter: Kris Parmelee

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Plug and Play Lifetech Expo Indianapolis | Batch 1

The Plug and Play Lifetech Expo brings together emerging life sciences startups, investors, corporate leaders, and ecosystem partners for an afternoon focused on what is next in Lifetech innovation.

Following months of intensive acceleration, startups from Plug and Play Lifetech’s Indianapolis program will pitch their technologies spanning diagnostics, therapeutics, medtech, and digital health. The program highlights companies tackling real world healthcare challenges with scalable, science driven solutions.

The Expo features live startup pitches, a featured speaker, and extended time for demos and networking. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with founders, explore new technologies, and engage with leaders shaping the future of the life sciences industry.

Why Attend

  • See early stage Lifetech startups pitch breakthrough technologies

  • Connect with investors, corporate innovators, and ecosystem leaders

  • Explore new solutions through live demos and direct conversations with founders

  • Gain insight into emerging trends shaping healthcare and life sciences

Agenda

1:00 to 1:30 PM – Registration 
1:30 to 1:35 PM – Welcome
1:35 to 1:50 PM – Opening Remarks
1:50 to 2:25 PM – Featured Speaker
2:25 to 3:25 PM – Startup Pitches
3:25 to 3:30 PM – Closing Remarks
3:30 to 5:30 PM – Startup Demo Tables & Networking

Event Details

Date: February 10, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Location: VisionLoft Events at Stutz, Indianapolis
Hosted by: Plug and Play Lifetech and IU LAB

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Register now for the MADE HERE Manufacturing Showcase!

In the heart of the Orthopedic Capital of the World® , MADE HERE invites the global orthopedic community to experience five generations of machining mastery, paired with the precision of Swiss manufacturing, all under one roof.

This one-night event in Winona Lake, IN offers more than a glimpse into the region’s legacy.

It’s a gateway to:

Whether you’re scouting agile partners, exploring new sourcing strategies, or investing in the future of orthopedic manufacturing, this is where it begins.

🗓️Thursday, December 18, 2025
🕐4:30-8:00 PM
📍Rodeheaver Auditorium | Winona Lake, Indiana
🔗RSVP via Zeffy: https://loom.ly/9U-4rkU
📧Contact: [email protected]

Career Pathways Panel + Networking

Who Should Attend:

First- and second-year IU Indy students exploring paid, work-based learning and career paths in the life sciences and allied industries.

Meet leaders from Indiana’s life sciences and innovation ecosystem, learn about paid work-based learning (including Lilly’s new Co-Op), and stay after the panel for informal networking.

  • Discover high-demand career paths across life sciences, agbiosciences, advanced manufacturing, logistics, technology, and talent/workforce development, and the skills employers value most.
  • Learn how the Lilly Co-Op Program gives IU Indy undergrads paid, hands-on experience and mentorship, starting as early as sophomore year.
  • Network with leaders from CICP affiliates (BioCrossroads, Conexus, AgriNovus, TechPoint) and partners who help connect students to internships, apprenticeships, and early-career roles.
Event Details:

Thursday, September 25, 2025
12:00–1:30 PM 
IU Indianapolis, Campus Center CE 002

 

This event is supported by CICP and affiliates including BioCrossroads, Conexus Indiana, AgriNovus, and TechPoint, alongside Lilly and IU Indianapolis.

 

Lilly Co-Op Program

A hands-on, paid training experience created by Lilly with IU Indianapolis for undergraduates—beginning sophomore year—with leadership training, mentorship, and pathways to future opportunities.

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INForm Series: NIH Submission Process and Scoring

Join ARI for the upcoming INForm Series webinar with Kris Parmalee as she provides an introduction to the NIH submission process and scoring. This session will help demystify how proposals move through the NIH review system, outlining the key steps from application submission to peer review. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how scoring works, what reviewers look for, and how to strengthen their proposals for success. Whether you are new to NIH funding or looking to refine your approach, this webinar will offer valuable insights to help you navigate the process with confidence.

Event Details
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Webinar
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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INForm Series Powered by ARI

INForm is designed to bring awareness to new and existing resources to catalyze collaborative partnerships in the state’s emerging innovation ecosystem, this series will host collision events to bring partners and thought leaders together to share information, develop programming and resource ideas, and foster a sense of investment into each other and the greater Indiana ecosystem. 
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Celebrate the launch of the Plug and Play Indianapolis LifeTech Program in partnership with IU LAB and BioCrossroads.

Join us for a day of innovation and networking as we officially open our new Indianapolis office and select the first batch of startups for our accelerator.

What to expect:

Welcome Remarks & Keynote: Hear from Plug and Play CEO Saeed Amidi, Indiana University President Pam Whitten and other industry leaders.
Panel Discussion: “Powering Indiana’s LifeTech Future,” with a focus on collaboration between Industry, Academia, and Venture Capital
Networking Lunch: A chance to connect with the life sciences community.
Startup Pitches: Get a front-row seat as our top startups pitch for a spot in the accelerator.

This event is for entrepreneurs, corporate executives, university leaders, government officials, VCs, and anyone passionate about the future of biotechnology and life sciences. There is no cost to attend. Click the link below to register. 
 
Event Details

Tuesday, September 30th
9 AM – Doors open
10 AM – Program
The Heirloom at N.K. Hurst, Indianapolis, IN

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IU Launch Accelerator for Biosciences
(IU LAB)

Driving bioscience innovation, commercialization and talent development in Indiana

The Launch Accelerator for Biosciences (IU LAB) is a first-of-its kind academic-industry initiative that will position Indiana as a national leader in bioscience discovery.

Supported by a $138 million Lilly Endowment Inc. grant, IU LAB will harness Indiana’s extensive resources in bioscience discovery, leading to significant advancements in human health.

IU LAB is expected to open in the 16 Tech Innovation District in 2027.

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2025-26 IN Life Sciences Collaboration Conference Series 

The Indiana University Kelley School of Business Center for the Business of Life Sciences is proud to present the upcoming IN Life Sciences Collaboration Conference Series.  CBLS brings together key players from industry, academia, government, and economic development communities to share ideas and expertise.

Upcoming conferences focus on issues that may broadly impact the health of Hoosiers and beyond. Read the conference descriptions below and join us in advancing business solutions in the life sciences field.

Impact of a New Administration

Now that the new administration has been in place almost a year, its strategies for healthcare and the life sciences industry are emerging. New leaders at HHS, CMS and the FDA are making their influence felt at their respective organizations. Speakers and panelists will “connect the dots” as to changes in areas like new product approval processes, drug pricing and importation, and healthcare coverage and reimbursement.

Event Details: 

December 5, 2025
OneAmerica Tower, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Room: 1st Floor Conference Center
11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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On The Hunt for What’s Next: Sources of Innovation

As the industry becomes more and more competitive, in addition to their own operations, firms are also looking outside to help grow sales or find the next big new product. This can take various forms like deals with private equity owned or venture capital funded firms, deeper collaborations with universities, partnerships with compounding centers, and new sales channels aimed directly at consumers. Close observers and “those in the trenches” will provide their latest thinking and discuss how even within a segment of the industry the approach to innovate may vary.

 
Event Details: 

February 27, 2026
Indiana Biosciences Research Center
Room: 1st Floor Conference Center
11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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An Update on U.S. Regulatory Affairs

Besides the new FDA commissioner, within the past year, there have been significant changes in senior leadership at the agency. These leaders bring new perspectives across a wide range of topics including clinical trials, new product approvals, off-label usage, the role of AI, domestic and international site inspections, etc. Experienced industry professionals will share their opinions as to the opportunities and challenges represented by them and their thoughts as to how things could continue to evolve.

 
 
Event Details: 

May 1, 2026
Cook Medical World Headquarters
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Seven weeks of hustle, mentorship, and bold ideas have led to this moment—our very first IU Health Incubator at IU LAB Pre-Accelerator cohort is ready to shine!
 
Don’t miss the Inaugural Showcase as we celebrate their amazing progress!
 

Location
Enclave at The AMP
(Northeast Corner, Adjacent to Restrooms)
1220 Waterway Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Agenda: 

5:30 PM       Doors Open
6:15 PM       Networking
6:30 PM       Pitches Begin
7:30 PM       Event Conclusion 

Refreshments and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be provided, as well as an open bar. We hope to see you there. 
 
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